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Villard Books of New York, 1995 Random House Inc. Presents this incredible book "The Grand Ole Opry Presents The Year In Country Music The 70th Anniversary Edition" by Gerry Wood.
What Made 1995 The Hottest, Most Happenin' Year Ever In Country Music?
Was it that airwaves were jam-packed with more talented artists and unforgettable songs than ever before? Was it the echo of thousands of boots stepping to the beat in the coast-to-coast line-dancing craze? Or was it the gala seventieth-birthday celebration of the Grand Ole Opry? This fact-filled book provides a real inside look at the spectacular year in which country music fever swept the world.
The Grand Ole Opry, country music's time-honored home, has teamed up with author Gerry Wood to bring you up to date on the key players of the current country music scene, from superstars Travis Tritt, Vince Gill, and Reba McEntire to newcomers Martina McBride, John Berry, Shania Twain, and other fast-rising stars who are crooning their way up the charts. You'll also catch up on what veterans like Tammy Wynette, George Jones, and Johnny Cash have been doing lately as well as:
- country music's stunning international breakthrough.
- the biggest Fan Fair ever, including a star-studded list of acts.
- 1995's top-selling singles and albums, and hottest videos.
- top winners at the Grammys, TNN/ Music City News Country Awards, Country Music Association Awards, and other ceremonies.
- the country-dancing clubs that have spread like wildfire across the nation, and the new dances that everybody's doing.
With up-to-the-minute photographs, sidebars, and lists, this book also gives an intriguing glimpse of country's future. Whether you're a casual listener or a die-hard fan, you won't want to miss this fascinating account of a year people will be talking about for decades to come.
This is an incredible book filled with information and photographs on all of the entertainers of 1995. This book was published in 1995 as a soft cover and is sold used in great condition.